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Ireland replace France at top of World Rugby Men’s Rankings

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

France’s reign as the world’s number one team has only lasted a week with Ireland replacing Les Bleus at the top of the World Rugby Men’s Rankings.     Saturday’s...

Rugby Australia condemn 'unacceptable' remarks after England coach Jones' 'traitor' abuse

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Rugby Australia's chief executive Andy Marinos has condemned the "unacceptable" and "offensive" remarks directed towards England and Eddie Jones in Sydney.   England responded to defeat in the first...

SCG statement on crowd behavior

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

“Rugby Australia is disappointed with the reported incidents within the crowd at the Sydney Cricket Ground for the Third Test of the Wallabies’ series with England.   “The deplorable...

England 'showed what we're made of' - 'proud' skipper Lawes salutes series win over Australia

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Courtney Lawes has heaped praise on his England team-mates after captaining the tourists to a second straight series victory over Australia.   England captain Courtney Lawes hailed the...

'He's got plenty to say' - Jones laughs off White 'niggle' comments

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

England head coach Eddie Jones returned serve at Australia's Nic White, who said he was expecting more off-the-ball "niggle" in Saturday's deciding Test in Sydney, describing the Wallabies scrum-half as...

Wallabies need intensity to 'shut the Pommies up', says debutant Vunivalu

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Australia must prove their intensity against England in order to "shut the Pommies up" in the third and final Test this weekend, says winger Suliasi Vunivalu.   The Wallabies head to Sydney Cricket...

Jones says England hope to "light up rugby" in Australia

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Eddie Jones says he and his England charges have drawn inspiration from a recent, gripping State of Origin encounter – between Queensland & New South Wales – and aim to “light up...

England Team Named for Series Decider Against Australia

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Eddie Jones has named his side for the series-deciding test match against Australia.   England take on the Wallabies at Sydney Cricket Ground on Saturday 16 July [11am BST KO], with the series at...

"It's every competitor's dream" - Tuivasa-Sheck ahead of his test debut

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck is set to make his test debut off the bench against Ireland on Saturday in the series decider.   The former NRL star made 111 appearances for the New Zealand Warriors, 84 for...

Jamie Roberts calls it a day with heartfelt statement

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Decorated Wales and Brititsh & Irish Lions centre Jamie Roberts has announced his retirement from all rugby. The 35 year-old recently completed a stint with the Waratahs in Australia which capped off...